Ground Report Desk

The Philippines is bracing for its fifth storm in under a month, with authorities still recovering from Typhoon Toraji. While no casualties were reported, thousands remain in shelters, and more storms, including Usagi, threaten the region’s recovery

Madhya Pradesh is bracing for a severe cold wave in December-January, with cold winds expected to last for 20-22 days. Gwalior, Ujjain, and Chambal will be the coldest regions, and temperatures are predicted to drop significantly from December 20.

The Climate Action Against Disinformation Coalition report highlights how Big Tech enables climate disinformation, with social media platforms profiting from fossil fuel ads. This fuels false narratives, undermining climate action during extreme weather.

After weeks of dry weather, Kashmir witnessed its first snowfall of the season on Monday. Higher regions like Gulmarg saw several inches of snow, while Srinagar received rain. The weather change signals the arrival of winter, easing water shortages

A baby elephant was injured by a potash bomb at Sitanadi-Udanti Tiger Reserve, Chhattisgarh. The incident scattered the herd, and authorities are investigating. A reward of Rs 10,000 is offered for information on the person responsible.

Heavy rains in Chennai have led to school closures, with the IMD warning of more downpours through mid-November. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal could intensify rainfall, impacting 17 districts in Tamil Nadu.

Supreme Court ordered Delhi to decide on a permanent firecracker ban by November 25, stressing the fundamental right to clean air. The court criticized Delhi Police for poor enforcement and called for immediate action to curb firecracker sales & pollution

A report to the NGT reveals 17,600 trees were felled across three Uttar Pradesh districts for the Kanwar Yatra route, prompting concerns over deforestation and legal checks on adherence to conservation laws.

The U.N. COP29 summit in Baku focuses on securing up to $1 trillion in climate finance for developing nations as they face increasing extreme weather and demand stronger support.

Indore's municipal corporation cleared illegal constructions at Sirpur Ramsar site following NGT orders, aiming to protect its ecosystem and restore the Green Belt, as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard the city's environment.